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Holiday Watchdog:
Rethymnon Reviews
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Rethymnon was a nice old town with lots of interesting shops and restaurants. The architecture for the most part was good and of course you have a fortress to explore as well. The restaurants around the harbour and the inner square were the priciest but it is only fair to pay a premium for the setting. As you leave Rethymnon along the beach the restaurants generally become cheaper.
The area and beach to the East of Rethymnon is an extension of the town itself, a number of sub boroughs full of tourist accommodation, restaurants and shops. Whilst the accommodation itself seems to be mainly of a good standard, the restaurants degenerate into the "all day breakfast" variety, the bars "karaoke" and the shops "kiss me quick hats".
We drove all around Crete and there were pretty spots, there is lots of history to see and discover, and the World War Two stuff really makes you think. The war graves, both Allied and German are beautifully kept and are real isles of peace and tranquillity.
My overall view though is, that as one of the first islands to engage in tourism on a large scale with the north Europeans, they appear to have surrendered to it lock, stock and barrel. Too keen to give us what they think we want, and now just a tad jaded. It feels that they are not that interested in your custom but literally just your money.
As a much-visited island I am sure this view may rattle a few.
Contributed by Maddi.
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Abelos Villa
Comfortable accommodation in a pretty village setting &ideal for visiting the southern & northern coasts. Villa Abelos offers charming quarters from which to appreciate the gentle rhythm of life in the historic village of Roustika. The stone-built villa, dating back to 1810, has been sympathetically restored into two apartments, sharing a delightful enclosed garden and pool.
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Adele Beach Hotel
The Adele Beach Hotel is situated on the endless sandy beach of Rethymnon, 1 Km from the center of Platanes, 2 Km from the picturesque village of Adele and 6 Km from the center of Rethymnon. The Adele Beach Hotel consists of 90 rooms in 7 small buildings of typical architecture, which are surrounded by gardens. The Adele Beach Hotel has a large swimming pool with seawater. Next to the pool there is an organized beach with sun beds and umbrellas. Snack bar serving refreshing drinks next to the pool. Sea sports are available next to the Adele Beach Hotel at the beach.
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Adele Mare Hotel
Located in the most picturesque region of Crete, in beautiful Rethymnon, the A class Adele Mare Hotel is offered to all lovers of the natural beauties and comfort. With its 140 bedrooms in the main building and complexes of bungalows laid out in the form of a typical Cretan neighborhood, it is the ideal place for making your stay in Crete an unforgettable one. The Adele Mare Hotel has a large open air swimming pool as well as a smaller one for the children. It is also situated right on an organized beach with sun beds and umbrellas. Sea sports are available next to the Adele Mare Hotel beach
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Adele Studios
Adele studios situated next to a main road and within easy reach of bars and tavernas and the beach which is only 200 metres away. The town of Rethymnon is only 7 km away.
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Agni Villa
Villa Agni is a 150-year-old Cretan house set in the heart of the beautiful Cretan countryside. It is located in a small village called Kastri, which took its name from a Venetian castle that used to be perched up in the mountains. On the way to Kastri you will wend your way through villages that still follow traditional village life and from this centrally located part of the island you can drive up to the mountain villages of Axos and Anogia.
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Alkion Hotel
Alkion hotel is situated in Pigianos Kampos, 9km away from the city center, 80 km from the Heraklion airport and 70 km from the Chania airport. A frequent bus or taxi transfer to the town is available.
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Anastasia Villa
An extremely beautiful stone villa with private pool, set in a small village just a short drive from the town of Rethimnon. Villa Anastasia offers some of the most stylish accommodation we have seen on the island: the beautiful interiors would not look out of place in a glossy interior design magazine, yet the traditional feel of this renovated old stone house has not been lost, but enhanced and embellished by Anastasia, the owner who has created this wonderful retreat.
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Apollon Aparthotel
A peaceful and quiet location, ideal for families and couples. Relax on the furnished sun terrace and soak up the sun, then for those of you wanting to step up the pace, the lively nightlife of Rethymnon is within easy reach. Sit along the harbour front in one of the many restaurants and bars and watch the world go by.location Situated in the Platanias area of Rethymnon, 800 metres from the beach. The centre of Platanias is just 400 metres away and the nightlife of Rethymnon is 5 km away.
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Arethousa Villa
A convivial, newly-renovated villa in a quiet setting well-placed to enjoy the fascinating area around Rethimnon. Villa Arethousa's conversion in the peaceful village of Melidoni, with the Ida mountains as its backdrop, is almost complete, and it promises to offer beautiful and spacious accommodation for larger parties.
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Astali Hotel
The owners of Hotel Astali have sons in their 20s, Marios and Yanis, who help to keep everything running smoothly. They hope you’ll be very comfortable in your small, but pleasantly furnished, green and white room and they’lll be pleased to share useful local information, for example, pointing out the bicycle hire shop, 100m away.
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Astrid Apartments
A great choice for families and couples seeking a quiet and relaxing location. Bask in the sunshine around the pool or enjoy a cool drink at the bar. This family run accomodation ensures the personal touch and attracts many repeat customers. This property is not recommended for customers with walking difficulties.
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Astro Villa
Extremely comfortable and spacious, this very attractive villa offers a spectacular view of the mountainous countryside, olive groves and the endless blue sea. The Villa Astro lies in lush rural gardens, cleverly designed and built on three levels, the property is well-equipped and bedrooms offer the comfort of being air-conditioned, a welcoming delight on long hot days.
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Atrium Hotel
The Hotel Atrium enjoys an excellent location, close to the beach, on the road leading into Rethymnon harbour-area. A good choice, especially for couples looking for a comfortable hotel with wonderful facilities, tavernas and restaurants close at hand.
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Axos Aparthotel
This family run, self-catering property is situated in the heart of Platanias, with its bars and tavernas close by, and its beautiful sandy beach only a 3 minute walk away. The Axos has its own swimming pool and separate children’s pool, with a pool bar serving light snacks occasionally open late, and a 24-hour reception on site. This accommodation offers well maintained studios for 2 people with some sleeping a third person one studio is located above the bar and twin bedded apartments sleeping up to 4 people. All rooms are equipped with TV, hairdryer, safety deposit box and air conditioning both paid for locally.
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Bali Beach Hotel
On the beautiful Bali bay and fishing village, the Bali Hotel is perfect for quiet, restful holidays in original greek/cretan surroundings. Situated between the hills and the bay, this romantic hotel destination has great views of the sea from all rooms. For the action-orientated traveler there are diving, bars & discos to indulge in.
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Belvedere Villa
An idyllic rural countryside retreat for couples with a passion to explore. The Belvedere Villas are set high on a small mountain with breathtaking views overlooking the 'Prassanos Gorge', close to the pretty village of Prasses, 8km south of the historical old town of Rethimnon. Prasses is a serene place for those hankering after pure pleasures, a relaxed welcome and complete lack of pretensions.
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Bio Studios & Apartments
A beach that’s a stone’s throw away. Plenty of bars and shops on your doorstep. And a chic hotel to boot? Well, you’ll get all this and more from the Hotel Bio. First things first, though. Let’s explain the name. There’s a clue in the centre of the complex – namely a historical chimney. It dates back to the 1920’s when the hotel site used to be an olive oil factory and local area was known as the Biomichaniki Periochi - or Bio for short.
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Blue Dreams Apartments
Situated on the national highway, this friendly family run complex is only 50 metres from the sea and is an ideal base for a relaxing holiday. The studios have a pool and snack bar with meals available all day. A supermarket and taverna are within walking distance and the complex is 12km from Rethymnon centre.
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Brascos Hotel
This hotel will appeal to families and couples looking for a central position with good access to the beach, town and entertainment.
The hotel is 350 metres from the Venetian port and 500 metres from the sandy beach. The hotel has a rooftop garden from which guests can enjoy drinks and views of the town in the summer. The local beach has a variety of watersports to try.
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Camari Garden Apartments
Camari Garden Hotel Apartments has 43 fully equipped apartments with two, three or four beds and 23 studios with two or three beds. All rooms have their own balcony where you can sit and enjoy the awesome view of the sea and the surrounding area.
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